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Rhinolophus hipposideros, lesser horseshoe bat
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Rhinolophus hipposideros, lesser horseshoe bat
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)
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1872 1912 Chiroptera Dr Edward Adrian Wilson Dr Edward Wilson Dr Wilson Edward Adrian Wilson Edward Wilson Epitheria Eutheria Horseshoe Mammalia Microbat Microchiroptera Nocturnal Pencil Placental Mammal Horseshoe Bats Membrane
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This exquisite plate features a meticulously rendered illustration of the Lesser Horseshoe Bat, Rhinolophus hipposideros, from the collection of pencil sketches and watercolor drawings of British mammals created by Dr. Edward Adrian Wilson between 1890 and 1910. Dr. Wilson, a renowned naturalist and explorer, meticulously captured the intricate details of this nocturnal, placental mammal, belonging to the order Chiroptera and the family Rhinolophidae. The Lesser Horseshoe Bat, also known as the European Horseshoe Bat, is a microbat characterized by the distinctive horseshoe-shaped structure on its nose, which houses its highly sensitive nose leaf, used for echolocation. This tiny, agile creature, with a wingspan of around 20 cm, is a member of the suborder Microchiroptera and the infraorder Yinpterochiroptera. Its membranous wings allow it to fly gracefully through the night, hunting for insects and other small invertebrates. The illustration showcases the bat's delicate features, including its small, pointed ears, large, expressive eyes, and the intricate details of its fur. The artist's skillful use of pencil and watercolor brings the Lesser Horseshoe Bat to life, offering a glimpse into the natural world of the past. This illustration is a testament to Dr. Wilson's dedication to documenting the diverse and fascinating mammals of Britain during the late 19th century.
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